Pete Battey for Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education
Pete Battey for Kentwood
School Board
Thank you for entrusting us to make Kentwood Public Schools the best district for all students, staff, and our community. Sylvia James, James Lewis, Tanya Powell-May and I are seeking re-election to the Kentwood School Board.
I will continue to serve to help guide the strategic vision of the district and ensure each and every student has the best possible education and a place to belong.
Re-Elect


Why Vote for Pete?
Strategic and Visionary Thinker
Excited to improve systems within the district to benefit each and every student and staff member. Stewards finances ensuring low taxes and high academic opportunities.
Longterm Academic Coach
Alumnus of KPS programming and committed coach to curricular, cocurricular, and extracurricular programs including We the People, Policy Debate, Mock Trial, Forensics, and more.
Strong Financial Stewardship
As treasurer, KPS enjoys the lowest debt levy in Kent County, keeping your property taxes low while maintaining all staff as employees of KPS.
Committed to Kentwood
Proud KPS alum, married to a KPS alum who previously taught at EKHS, and children now attend the district.
Information on the Kentwood School Board Election

L to R: James Lewis, Jr, Sylvia James, & Pete Battey
On Tuesday, November 8, you will get to vote for the Kentwood Public Schools Board of Education.
This year, there are two sections on the ballot to vote for the Kentwood School Board. In the first section, there are 4 candidates seeking election to 3 spots for a full, 4-year term. I am seeking re-election and ask for your vote to this term, along with a slate of other incumbents including Sylvia James and James Lewis, Jr.
There is also a section for a partial, 2-year term. Tanya Powell-May is unopposed in seeking this term after being appointed to the Board earlier this year.

Need Information on Where to Vote?
Visit www.michigan.gov/vote for information on voting requirements and polling places.
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Email me at pete4kps@gmail.com